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Newark and Sherwood District Council’s Planning Committee initially granted consent for the demolition of the former Robin Hood Hotel to replace it with new retail units and a Travelodge Hotel in March this year.

The Robin Hood Hotel (Image: Google Maps)

However, the decision about the Grade II listed building has now been called in by the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, Sajid Javid.

This means that the final decision on the applications will be made by Mr Javid and not the district council.

To consider all the relevant aspects of the proposed development, the Secretary of State has decided to hold a Public Inquiry, the arrangements for which will be made by the Planning Inspectorate in Bristol.